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Meet Maria Dog Friendly Female Age: 2/21/2026 Weight: 28 pounds Breed: Parson Russell Terrier / Australian Shepherd Mix Spayed (Fixed): Yes Vaccines: Up to Date Microchipped Healthy & Adoption-Ready Personality, Breed Info & Expectations Maria’s life did not begin the way every puppy deserves. She was rescued from a neglectful owner who failed to provide the consistent care, attention, and affection she needed. Instead of spending her early months feeling safe and cherished, Maria was left waiting for someone to recognize that she deserved a better life. Thankfully, she was given a second chance, and she is now ready to find a family who will never let her feel forgotten again. Despite her difficult beginning, Maria is friendly, playful, affectionate, and completely full of life. She greets each new day with enthusiasm and is always ready to play, explore, and make new friends. She gets along well with other dogs and loves games involving balls. Maria also loves the water and is happiest when she can splash, play, and enjoy an outdoor adventure with her people. As a Parson Russell Terrier / Australian Shepherd Mix, Maria is likely to be intelligent, energetic, curious, and eager to learn. Both breeds are active working dogs that thrive when they receive regular exercise, mental stimulation, and positive training. Maria will need more than a short walk around the block—she will do best with an engaged family that enjoys training, games, outdoor activities, and including their dog in everyday life. Maria would thrive in a home prepared for: Consistent puppy training using positive reinforcement Daily exercise, active play, and outdoor adventures Interactive games involving balls and water Puzzle toys and activities that challenge her mind Continued socialization with people and other dogs Structure, patience, and a predictable routine A lifelong commitment to her physical and emotional well-being Maria has already overcome a difficult start, but she has not allowed it to dim her joyful spirit. She is searching for a loving family that will give her the safe, active, and happy life she has always deserved. Training, Adjustment & What to Expect Maria is still a young puppy who is learning about the world around her. Her adopter should be prepared for normal puppy behaviors such as chewing, teething, occasional accidents, testing boundaries, and becoming distracted during training. Because she comes from two intelligent and energetic breeds, Maria will need regular opportunities to use both her body and her mind. Without enough exercise, enrichment, and guidance, active puppies may become bored and create their own entertainment. Short, positive training sessions throughout the day will help Maria develop good manners while strengthening the bond with her family. Maria will benefit from: House-training and a consistent bathroom schedule Basic obedience and leash training Positive reinforcement with treats, toys, and praise Age-appropriate exercise and supervised play Continued socialization with new people and environments Mental stimulation through puzzles, scent games, and training Patience, supervision, and consistent boundaries Please remember the 3-3-3 Rule: 3 days to decompress 3 weeks to learn your routine 3 months to fully feel at home With patience, guidance, and unconditional love, Maria will continue growing into a confident, loyal, and devoted companion. Owner Responsibilities & Veterinary Care Adopting a puppy is a lifelong commitment that includes training, exercise, companionship, and regular veterinary care. Maria will need: Routine veterinary examinations and wellness care Preventative flea, tick, heartworm, and parasite protection Proper nutrition to support healthy growth Continued training and socialization Daily physical exercise and mental enrichment Safe supervision around water and during outdoor activities A secure, stable indoor living environment Because Maria is still growing, strenuous repetitive exercise and excessive jumping should be limited until her joints have developed. Her family should work with a veterinarian to determine the appropriate diet, exercise, and preventative-care plan for her age and expected adult size. Maria is an indoor family dog and is not to be chained or left outside. Adoption Information If you are interested in adopting this wonderful dog, please complete an adoption application by visiting: https://www.ozzieandfriendsrescue.org/adoptions Thank you for considering adoption through Ozzie and Friends Rescue, a Los Angeles-based rescue dedicated to giving dogs a second chance at a loving home. Our team carefully reviews every application and will reach out to help match you with the right dog for your home and lifestyle. You may be seeing our dogs listed in multiple states because we work hard to give as many of our rescue dogs as possible the opportunity to be seen by loving families beyond our local area. While we are based in Los Angeles, we expand our reach throughout the Western United States and the Midwest to help more dogs find the forever homes they deserve. We understand that transportation and adoption fees can sometimes feel like a big commitment, and we truly appreciate every person who considers opening their heart and home to a rescue dog. Our goal is simply to give these dogs the best chance at being seen, adopted, and loved. Ozzie and Friends Rescue coordinates safe and reliable transport so adopted dogs can travel to their new homes across the Western United States, Canada, and the Midwest. We can’t wait to help you meet your next fur-ever best friend.